Our summer white truffle pesto recipe will brighten up your summer. Its sweet taste of white truffle will refresh your summer. In your pasta, as a condiment for your dishes or as a toast on toast your taste buds will be delighted by these flavors of Italy.
Did you know ?
Pesto is a classic Italian condiment originating from Northwestern Italy, Liguria. Traditionally, “alla genovese” pesto, the best-known variation, is prepared by mashing together fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, grated pecorino or parmesan cheese, and extra olive oil. blank in a marble mortar until a homogeneous paste is obtained. This aromatic sauce is then mixed with pasta, spread on bread or used to enhance various dishes.
Preparation
STEP 1
First, lightly toast the pine nuts in a pan over medium heat until they begin to brown. Make sure not to burn them. Let them cool
2ND STEP
Peel and slice the garlic cloves.
STEP 3
In a blender or food processor, add the toasted pine nuts, minced garlic and grated parmesan. Blend until you get a grainy consistency.
STEP 4
Then, slowly add the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to blend until the mixture is smooth.
STEP 5
Gently peel the white summer truffle and cut it into thin strips.
STEP 6
Finally, add the truffle slices to the pesto mixture and mix briefly to incorporate them.
STEP 7
Season with salt and pepper. Mix again to combine well.
STEP 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add truffle oil for more flavor.
